Summary

Lafleur (Pomerol) 2008 is a distinguished red Bordeaux blend from a small estate renowned for its meticulous production. Composed of approximately 50% Merlot and 50% old-vine Bouchet (Cabernet Franc), this wine showcases a remarkable balance of ripe red and black fruits, with prominent notes of cherry, plum, and bell pepper. The palate reveals a rich, structured profile with good acidity and fine tannins, enhanced by hints of earth and spice. As a classic Right Bank vintage, it exemplifies elegance and depth, promising to evolve beautifully with age. The magnum format enhances its collectability and aging potential. Overall, it offers a refined experience typical of Pomerol's finest wines.

Tasting Notes

WA96

Tasted with Baptiste Guinaudeau, the 2008 Lafleur is a wine for which I have a lot of time, and as it approaches a decade old, it is beginning to loosen up a little. There is plenty of fruit on the nose—more than I have encountered on previous bottles, with a mixture of red and black fruit—and a hint of bell pepper and sage. The main difference is that those previously rigid tannin have loosened their collar in recent months; therefore, this Lafleur is now entertaining the notion of drinkability. There remains a linearity to this Lafleur—and there is still that backbone—yet it seems to flow nicely across the mouth, and there is superb mineralité on the finish. It's probably destined to be overshadowed by the succeeding two vintages, but I suggest you do not overlook the 2008 Lafleur.

WS91

A bright, fresh, very pure style, with raspberry and bitter cherry fruit flavors laced with judicious toast and a streak of red licorice. The nicely fleshy finish puts on weight as it airs in the glass, developing alluring notes of black tea and incense.

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